1971 Ford Cortina vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, both 1971 Ford Cortina and 1971 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1971 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jensen Interceptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina. 1971 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Cortina | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Cortina | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 91 L |
